The Carnival of the Municipality of Istiaia-Edipsos took place in truly impressive style on Sunday, February 25, featuring the participation of 1,000 revelers and thousands of attendees who celebrated enthusiastically, creating an unforgettable festive atmosphere.
The municipality, in collaboration with the “Romantic Volunteers,” organized a unique carnival event inspired by current events, with numerous different parallel happenings running from February 25 through February 26, leaving the best impressions and drawing all eyes to Edipsos.
The spa town was overflowing with people who had arrived from all regions of Greece to celebrate with the dazzling revelers. On Saturday, February 25, both at the Edipsos Spa and in Istiaia’s square, a host of dance performances captivated the crowds, featuring every local dance group.
The grand parade unfolded on Sunday, February 26, along the Edipsos Spa beachfront, where 15 floats, stilt-jumping jugglers, marionettes, and more than 1,000 carnival participants signaled the start of the party. This exuberant celebration—taking place for the first time since 2019—was crowned by the spectacular burning of the carnival effigy at the Edipsos harbor, where thousands of fireworks lit up the whole area.
Clean Monday was also celebrated across the municipality, emphasizing tradition. Locals and visitors who had arrived for the holiday weekend cooked and enjoyed local Lenten delicacies, thoroughly honoring this cherished custom against the backdrop of North Evia’s natural beauty.
Among those present at the carnival was the Mayor of Istiaia–Edipsos, Giannis Kotzias, with his team, who congratulated everyone involved in making this remarkable event a success.
Mayor Kotzias noted that “the largest carnival in North Evia is once again being hosted here after many years, sweeping up everyone in a wild and fun-filled atmosphere.” He added, “We are especially pleased, as accommodation occupancy is extremely high, and let’s not forget that this destination offers all-season hospitality—every time of year brings a different, immersive experience for visitors.”